About the role#
Digital Products manages the development and delivery of GM’s connected services, mobile applications, and back-office platforms. As an intern in this group, you will work at the intersection of software, hardware, and vehicle systems. You will learn from experienced engineers and technical leaders while contributing to the validation and creation of connected, software-defined vehicle experiences.
What you'll do#
- Develop or improve embedded software, scripts, models, tools, and test automation.
- Support the integration of hardware, software, controllers, sensors, networks, and test environments.
- Build or use simulation models and analyze results from real-time or faster-than-real-time testing.
- Troubleshoot system issues using logs, measurements, test results, schematics, and system data.
- Assist with hardware-in-the-loop, bench, infotainment, reflash, and diagnostic testing.
- Collaborate with software, electrical, mechanical, systems, validation, product, and lab partners.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a related field.
- At least one additional quarter or semester of school remaining after the internship concludes.
- Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the 12-week summer internship.
- Coursework, project, lab, competition, research, or prior experience involving programming, electronics, controls, systems, or testing.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to work across hardware and software boundaries.
- Ability to communicate clearly, work collaboratively, and learn new technical tools.
- Ability to work onsite at the assigned location.
- Preferred experience includes familiarity with C, C++, Python, MATLAB, or Simulink; exposure to real-time systems, CAN protocols, or HIL/SIL; and experience reading schematics or wiring diagrams.
Location & details#
- Locations: Warren, MI; Milford, MI; Austin, TX; Mountain View, CA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid (minimum of three days per week onsite).
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About General Motors
General Motors is a public company based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. The company employs over 106,000 people. Its work spans the design and production of cars, trucks, and transportation technology, including software, electrification, and AI.
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